Portland Pastry Chefs Association was created in 2012 to help bridge the gap between like-minded baking and pastry professionals, as well as to help raise awareness of our skills within and beyond the city. In 2014, PPCA membership grew beyond capacity and therefore chose to merge with Portland Culinary Alliance, a well established like-minded organization with the strength of 25 years experience in supporting and bringing together a wide range of culinary industry professionals. __________________________________________________________________________________

For centuries, baking & pastry has been an adored craft. In Portland, the craft has exceeded expectations, thanks to the dedicated, talented, and brave individuals who established the high standards of the Portland food scene.

Why PPCA was started... "Before I moved to Portland, I was a cook for about 10 years. After I started working as a pastry chef, I realized what it was like to feel alone in a crowded kitchen. I really miss the camaraderie that cooks share after getting their asses kicked on the line! There's an incredible feeling that comes when you all crack a beer or clinking glasses and talk about the challenges and successes of the evening. I thought by starting Portland Pastry Chefs Association we could create that team-like atmosphere within the baking & pastry scene. It may not be happening everyday when we get off work, but it can bring all of us together and encourage us to reach out to one another. I'm excited to see how things take shape." -Amelia Lane, PPCA founder